Cheddar Cheese Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Name: Cheddar Cheese Scalloped Potatoes
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 2 pounds potatoes (peeled and sliced to 1/4-inch thick, red-skinned or another waxy type); 3 tablespoons butter; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 3 tablespoons flour; 1 cup heavy cream; 3/4 cup milk; 8 ounces/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)

Prep: 12 mins

Cook: 30 mins

Total: 42 mins

Servings: 6 servings

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You can't go wrong if you choose these cheddar scalloped potatoes for a family meal, potluck dinner, or holiday feast. Briefly cooking the potatoes before baking means less time in the oven and ensures tender, delicious results.

A combination of milk and heavy cream makes for a rich sauce. Ham or bacon can be added to the potato mixture, or use a different cheese or blend of cheeses. For light garlic flavor, rub a cut clove of garlic over the baking dish before you butter it.

Use red-skinned potatoes or another low-starch potato. Round whites, new potatoes, and Yukon Gold are good choices as well.

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2 pounds potatoes, red-skinned or another waxy type, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Gather the ingredients.

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Put the sliced potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and boil for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until just barely tender. Drain and set aside.

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Heat the oven to 375 F. Lightly butter a 2-quart casserole.

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In a saucepan, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in the salt, pepper, mustard, paprika, and flour. Stir until smooth and bubbly.

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Stir in the cream and milk and cook, stirring, until thickened.

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Stir in about 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese and cook until melted.

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Combine the sauce and potatoes in a bowl.

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Then, spoon into the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.

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Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until bubbly and nicely browned.

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Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)
590	Calories
34g	Fat
56g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 6
Amount per serving
Calories	590
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 34g	43%
Saturated Fat 20g	102%
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 611mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 56g	20%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 31mg	155%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1512mg	32%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.